May 11, 2026
Rhoose: Free Arts & Craft Session on Saturday 23rd May at Rhoose Library
Cardiff: Cardiff Met Summer School 2026 - Free short courses for adult learners - Open for bookings
Cardiff Met University:
We’re delighted to share that Cardiff Met’s Summer School 2026 is now open for bookings, offering adult learners a free and supportive way to explore new subjects and take their first step back into education.
Delivered by Cardiff Met’s Widening Access team, in collaboration with Reaching Wider, Summer School provides adults aged 18+ with the opportunity to try a wide range of engaging daytime courses at no cost. Priority is given to learners who live in areas of multiple deprivation or who face barriers to education, helping ensure those who could benefit most are able to take part. All courses are delivered during the day at our Llandaff campus between 22nd June and 3rd July, making them accessible for adults with caring responsibilities, including those needing to fit learning around the school run.
For many learners, Summer School is the beginning of something transformative. Taking part can build confidence, spark new interests and open doors to progression onto accredited community courses, with some learners ultimately continuing into part-time or full-time study at Cardiff Met.
This year we are offering over 30 short courses across a broad range of subject areas, including:
- Art, design and sewing
- Digital skills and robotics
- Education and teaching
- English language and IELTS preparation
- Sustainability and gardening
- Finance and enterprise
- Health and wellbeing
- Hospitality and food safety
- Sociology and psychology.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Scotland: Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance hosting events around Scotland
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Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.27th May Edinburgh, venue information on booking
28th May Leuchars, Community Centre
29th May Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth High School
1st Jun Inverness, TBC
2nd Jun Helensburgh, Drumfork Community Centre
These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.
Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/.../impact-centre-listening...
To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72
Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7
Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Grantham: Gymnasium facilities for Grantham Station
Gymnasium opening times:
Monday to Thursday
0700-1730hrs
Friday 0700- 1300hrs
Outside these timings the gym still can be used but you will need to sign the key out from the guardroom and leave your ID with them.
To use the gym:
You will need a gym induction; this can be done by any PTI at the gym. Induction takes around 10 mins and the PTI will show you around the gym and make sure you are happy with the equipment etc, within the induction you will need to fill out a form - this form is a medical questionnaire and it is also confirmation you are happy with the induction.
You require:
x2 passport size photos
Proof of insurance - you are to hold a suitable level of personal accident insurance/ third party liability.
Monday to Thursday
0700-1730hrs
Friday 0700- 1300hrs
Outside these timings the gym still can be used but you will need to sign the key out from the guardroom and leave your ID with them.
To use the gym:
You will need a gym induction; this can be done by any PTI at the gym. Induction takes around 10 mins and the PTI will show you around the gym and make sure you are happy with the equipment etc, within the induction you will need to fill out a form - this form is a medical questionnaire and it is also confirmation you are happy with the induction.
You require:
x2 passport size photos
Proof of insurance - you are to hold a suitable level of personal accident insurance/ third party liability.
Accessibility to:
CV suite
Weight room
Sports Hall
CV suite
Weight room
Sports Hall
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
Bovington: Growing together baby group sessions - May, June & July.
MAY SESSIONS
JUNE/JULY SESSIONS
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Bovington children's centre is situated beside Bovington academy school, Holt Rd.
Aldershot: Singalong with the Chelsea Pensioners Wednesday 27th May 2026 - Doors open 1045 - 1100 Finishes 1445
There will be a slight change to the timings on the day, opening at 1045 and continuing until 1500hrs.
As this event will no doubt be very popular again, you will need to book in advance if you want to join us.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Service Children's Progression Alliance Impact Centre Listening Tour: UK-Wide and online dates May-Oct 2026
Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.
These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.
Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/events/impact-centre-listening-tour
To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72
Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7
Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8
These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.
Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/events/impact-centre-listening-tour
To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72
Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7
Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8
Lyneham: Upcoming Busy Bees sessions May-July
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Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Bovington: Tank museum 'cold war history week' Mon 18th - Fri 22 May
Credit: Tankmuseum
Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling to mark National Cold War Heritage Week.
The national week is an initiative led by The Cold War Network, which brings together historic sites and museums across the UK to explore one of the most significant periods of modern history.
The Museum will be running activities from 18–22 May 2026 and visitors can pre-book a tour inside the Chieftain, Britain’s main battle tank during the Cold War, and discover what life was like for the crews who served in them.
Credit: Tankmuseum
Nicola Burgess, Education and Experience Manager, said, “Being part of National Cold War Heritage Week gives us a great opportunity to explore an important period of modern history in a way that’s engaging for families and visitors of all ages. Cold War Week allows people to step beyond the exhibition boards and experience this history first-hand, by climbing inside the Chieftain tank and handling real objects used by crews during the period.”
Click HERE to see the whole Cold War Week programme, book in advance and save 20%. Pre-booking is essential for the Chieftain Tour:
Northern Ireland: Veterans Support NI (AAVS) Veterans Breakfast - Saturday 16th May
Veterans’ Breakfast in Partnership with the Ledley Hall
Date: Saturday, 16th May 2026
Time: 09:00 – 11:30
Location: Ledley Hall Youth and Boxing Club (Just off the Beersbridge Rd, East Belfast)
Join us for a FREE cooked breakfast and a brew.
Enjoy great camaraderie, banter, and the chance to connect with support services available for veterans.
For more details, check out the poster below for contact details:
Information provided by HIVE NI
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